The Newport Record Club

Fremantle is a suburb that has its own unique vibe going on. So much so, that when you’re there, you truly feel like you’ve gone away for a weekend. On the waterside and boasting a historic, homely warmth, Freo is dedicated … Continued

Pushing the envelope of music and pop culture, the Beastie Boys were dominating at the explosion of hip hop in the late 80’s and early 90’s. In fact – they’re the group that lit the fuse when it came to … Continued

On March 2nd 1984, one of music history’s most acclaimed ‘rockumentaries’, This is Spinal Tap was released. Based on the story about one of England’s most powerfully exuberant fake rock bands – Spinal Tap, the film and the music both went … Continued

John Lennon – the heart of the Beatles, embarked on his solo career after the band split in 1970. Portraying strong messages of peace, love and happiness through his music during the 60’s and 70’s, Lennon become one of the … Continued

Crowned number 49 in Rolling Stone’s 100 greatest artists of all time by Billy Joel, Elton John is truly one of the most phenomenal musicians to walk this earth. After 40+ years in the spotlight, more than 250 million albums … Continued

Renowned for her nonconventional music career that’s spanned over decades, Kate Bush has established herself as one of the ‘musical greats’ in the industry. Easily identified by her soprano vocals, theatrical live performances with weird and wonderful quirks and her eclectic … Continued

Inarguably the most purely talented pop-star of all time. Prince’s magic has been seducing fan’s ears since the late 70’s. Spanning over six decades and multiple genres, his artistry pioneered a groundbreaking sound – fuelled by reinvention, fashion and exceptional songwriting … Continued

Exploding into the scene in 1971, The Eagles became undisputed kings almost instantaneously. Fuelled by the success of their two biggest selling albums, Greatest Hits (1971-1975) and Hotel California (1976), the American rock band’s strength and classic song writing skills made them one of the greatest … Continued

Becoming one of the most influential cult bands of all time when they formed in 1982, The Smiths were a magnet for controversy. Blending a unique mix of Johnny Marr’s savvy lush guitar rhythms with the delicate vocals of Morrissey (crowned … Continued

Making one hell of a racket with their visceral energy, pure commitment and raw anger; The Clash are one of the best punk bands to come out of Britain in the 70’s. Musically versatile, politically charged and a mythologised force … Continued